Monday, January 23, 2012

From Place To Space: Barcelona

Here on Happy Interior Blog, Mondays equal to inspirational trips entitled 'From Place To Space'. And this Monday is no exception. Ready? Here we go, destination: Barcelona!

The Catalonian capital and Spanish metropolis Barcelona is one of the most lively and bustling cities in Europe. A rich history, multi-faceted architecture, a vivid art and design scene combined with a Mediterranean lifestyle and pleasant surrounding make Barcelona the place of choice for many people. Names such as Gaudí or Güell come to our minds and the quirky and unconventional facades of many historical buildings in Barcelona, the famous Parc Güell and the renowned Sagrada Familia. These two personalities marked the city's modernism period and defined a unique Art Déco style. But Barcelona has more to offer: the medieval Barri Gotic with the monumental cathedral, the romantic Plaça Reial, the busy Ramblas, the inspiring Mercat de la Boqueria (food market) and the lush beaches in Barceloneta.

This huge variety of styles is also transferred into the city's interiors. Famous homes that are featured in Spanish and international interiors magazines showcase modern, minimalistic homes, mansions with historical details, but also quirky and colourful apartments. In Barcelona, everything seems to work and nothing seems to be wrong.

For a perfect panoramic view head to the Parc Güell or to the top of nearby Montjuïc mountain. And don't forget to enjoy the culinary highlights with dozens of yummy tapas plates, a rich Paella, fresh fish, and the delicious Crema Catalana or Churros con chocolate. Hasta mañana, amigos!

a wonderful city with so much atmosphere...;)...i never have been there...just only in Lisboa, but i´m sure it will be magical to see all these fantastic architecture and feel the spirit of time...lovley start for a rainy monday to scroll through your column...i love it...have a lovley creative week...all the best...cheers and hugs...i...

Wow what a great post Igor! I spesh heart the Gaudi (of course), and the colourful Barca home really rocks. I've planning to go there this year - I've never been before, but so many people I know have said "Michaela you'd love it, there's so much colour!" sometimes you have to take a hint. ;-) x

Gorgeous balconies and I love the bedroom with the gold details :). It's funny but my parents have an apartment in Fuengirola in South of Spain and there is a bull on the top of the hill in that town as well. Is that some kind of typical Spanish landmark?

Oh how I love this series. Planning on Barcelona this summer for the Formula One race. Or at least that's what the hubby thinks, It's really just a bribe. Can't wait. The light flooded apartment is amazing!

Hands down, Barcelona is definitely one of my favourite cities but I have to admit, I think I have defaulted to going there TOO many times. I need to see MORE Spanish cities - I want to spend a summer in Madrid... I lived in Zaragoza for a summer when I was 18... Cool smaller city!xo Meags

Great! love the classical details of the houses in Barca. I just got back from Barcelona and wow what a great city. I was lucky enough to find a great spot through barcelona apartment. Can't wait to go back and enjoy the summer there.

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I love Barcelona :) I used to visit it at least once a year because I did a lot of spanish summer courses in barcelona from 2004 to 2012. I could have gone to other cities but I prefered Barcelona, always! :) Now I have a lot of friends there and I visit them when I can.Laura